Kenmore Refrigerators Error Codes
Complete list of fault codes and troubleshooting guides. Use the search below to find your specific error.
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dF
Error code 'dF' is displayed; the refrigerator may not defrost properly or may enter forced defrost mode.
Defrost System Error / Defrost Sensor Out of Range
Er 15
Error code '15' is displayed; the water dispenser or ice maker may not function.
Water Valve / Flow Meter Error
Er 1E
Error code 1E or IE is displayed. The refrigerator may not cool correctly and the display may flash.
Refrigerator Temperature Sensor Failure
Er 1F
Error code 1F or IF is displayed. The ice maker is not producing ice, and fan noise from the ice compartment may be absent.
Ice Maker Fan Motor Failure
Er 21
Error code '21' is displayed; the ice maker may not harvest or fill correctly.
Ice Maker Motor / Harvest Error
Er 22
Error code 22 is displayed. The compressor may not run and the refrigerator does not cool.
Compressor Relay / Inverter or Start Device Failure
Er 5E
Error code 5E or SE is displayed. The freezer temperature may be inaccurate or fluctuating.
Freezer Temperature Sensor Failure
Er 67
Error code 67 is displayed. The door alarm may sound and cooling performance may be affected.
Door Switch / Door Position Sensor Error
Er 88 88
The display shows '88 88' or all segments are lit and unresponsive. The refrigerator may not run normally.
Control Panel / Main PCB Communication Error
Er dH
Error code Er dH is displayed; the refrigerator may show signs of heavy frost on the evaporator and poor cooling.
Defrost Heater Circuit Failure / Defrost Timeout
Er dS
Error code Er dS is displayed. The unit may short-cycle the defrost process or show inconsistent cooling and frost patterns.
Defrost Sensor (Thermistor) Failure
Er FF
Error code Er FF is displayed, the freezer section is warm or not freezing properly, and there is little or no airflow from the freezer vents.
Freezer Evaporator Fan Motor Failure
Er FS
Error code 'Er FS' is displayed; the freezer temperature reading is inaccurate or missing.
Freezer Sensor Error
Er HS
Error code Er HS is displayed. Ice production may stop and temperature readings may be inaccurate.
Humidity Sensor / Ice Room Sensor Failure
Er IF
The refrigerator displays error code Er IF, the fresh food section is not cooling properly, and fan noise may be intermittent or absent.
Ice Room Evaporator Fan Motor Failure
Er IS
Error code 'Er IS' is displayed; the ice maker may stop working or overfill.
Ice Maker Sensor / Ice Level Sensor Error
Er rF
The refrigerator displays Er rF, the fresh food section is warm, and there is weak or no airflow from the refrigerator vents.
Refrigerator Compartment Evaporator Fan Failure
Er RS
Error code 'Er RS' is displayed; the refrigerator temperature reading is inaccurate or missing.
Refrigerator Sensor Error
F dH
Error code 'FdH' is displayed; the unit may show heavy frost and poor cooling.
Defrost Heater Timeout / Heater Not Heating
OP
Display shows 'OP', indicating a missing or incorrect temperature reading for the refrigerator or freezer.
Open Temperature Sensor Circuit
SH
Display shows 'SH' for a temperature reading, and the unit may overcool or run continuously.
Shorted Temperature Sensor Circuit
SY CE
Error code SY CE is displayed. The refrigerator may not cool and the controls may be unresponsive.
Main Control Board to User Interface Communication Error
SY CF
Error code SY CF displayed, refrigerator may not start cooling or may shut down unexpectedly.
Main Control Board Failure / Configuration Error
SY EF
Error code SY EF is displayed. The refrigerator section is warm, and fan noise may be absent or intermittent.
Evaporator Fan Motor Feedback Error
Symptom
Excessive frost buildup in freezer, items covered in snow-like frost, door difficult to close.
Air Infiltration or Defrost System Issue
Symptom
Freezer cold but refrigerator warm, ice buildup on rear panel of freezer or fresh food section.
Evaporator Frosted Over Due to Defrost System Failure
Symptom
Freezer warm, refrigerator section still somewhat cool, compressor and condenser fan running.
Sealed System Refrigerant Loss or Restriction
Symptom
Ice maker not making ice, but water dispenser works normally.
Ice Maker Assembly or Fill Valve Failure
Symptom
Refrigerator cabinet very hot between doors or along side walls.
Condenser Overheating or Poor Ventilation
Symptom
Refrigerator cycles on and off rapidly or lights flicker when compressor starts.
Power Supply or Control Relay Issue
Symptom
Refrigerator display works but buttons are unresponsive or only some keys work.
Failed User Interface / Touchpad
Symptom
Refrigerator emits a strong musty or rotten odor that does not go away after cleaning food spills.
Odor from Drain System or Long-Term Contamination
Symptom
Refrigerator interior light stays on when door is closed, causing heat and possible melting near light.
Stuck or Failed Door Switch
Symptom
Refrigerator leaking water onto the floor from the front or bottom.
Clogged Defrost Drain or Drain Tube
Symptom
Refrigerator makes loud knocking or banging noise when compressor starts or stops.
Compressor Mount or Refrigerant Line Vibration
Symptom
Refrigerator makes loud rattling or vibrating noise, especially when the condenser fan runs.
Loose Panels or Vibrating Condenser Components
Symptom
Refrigerator making loud buzzing or humming noise from the back, especially when compressor starts.
Noisy Compressor or Condenser Fan Motor
Symptom
Refrigerator not cooling at all, both fresh food and freezer sections warm, interior lights work but compressor and fans are off.
Main Control Board or Power Supply Failure
Symptom
Refrigerator not cooling properly, compressor very hot to the touch, clicking sound every few minutes.
Compressor Overload / Start Device Failure
Symptom
Refrigerator or freezer door not sealing properly, warm air entering, frost buildup around door.
Door Gasket Failure or Misalignment
Symptom
Refrigerator randomly beeps or door alarm sounds even when doors appear closed.
Door Switch or Door Alignment Problem
Symptom
Refrigerator runs constantly and is too cold or too warm, temperature does not match setpoint.
Temperature Sensing / Thermistor Calibration Issue
Symptom
Water dispenser not working, but ice maker still makes ice.
Frozen Dispenser Water Line or Faulty Dispenser Switch
Symptom
Water leaking inside refrigerator, puddles under crisper drawers, but no leak on floor.
Internal Defrost Drain Overflow
Symptom
Water tastes bad or has an odor from the dispenser or ice, even after filter replacement.
Contaminated Water System or Stale Water
| Error Code | Symptom | Fault Type | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| dF |
Error code 'dF' is displayed; the refrigerator may not defrost properly or may enter forced defrost mode.
|
Defrost System Error / Defrost Sensor Out of Range | View Details |
| Er 15 |
Error code '15' is displayed; the water dispenser or ice maker may not function.
|
Water Valve / Flow Meter Error | View Details |
| Er 1E |
Error code 1E or IE is displayed. The refrigerator may not cool correctly and the display may flash.
|
Refrigerator Temperature Sensor Failure | View Details |
| Er 1F |
Error code 1F or IF is displayed. The ice maker is not producing ice, and fan noise from the ice compartment may be absent.
|
Ice Maker Fan Motor Failure | View Details |
| Er 21 |
Error code '21' is displayed; the ice maker may not harvest or fill correctly.
|
Ice Maker Motor / Harvest Error | View Details |
| Er 22 |
Error code 22 is displayed. The compressor may not run and the refrigerator does not cool.
|
Compressor Relay / Inverter or Start Device Failure | View Details |
| Er 5E |
Error code 5E or SE is displayed. The freezer temperature may be inaccurate or fluctuating.
|
Freezer Temperature Sensor Failure | View Details |
| Er 67 |
Error code 67 is displayed. The door alarm may sound and cooling performance may be affected.
|
Door Switch / Door Position Sensor Error | View Details |
| Er 88 88 |
The display shows '88 88' or all segments are lit and unresponsive. The refrigerator may not run normally.
|
Control Panel / Main PCB Communication Error | View Details |
| Er dH |
Error code Er dH is displayed; the refrigerator may show signs of heavy frost on the evaporator and poor cooling.
|
Defrost Heater Circuit Failure / Defrost Timeout | View Details |
| Er dS |
Error code Er dS is displayed. The unit may short-cycle the defrost process or show inconsistent cooling and frost patterns.
|
Defrost Sensor (Thermistor) Failure | View Details |
| Er FF |
Error code Er FF is displayed, the freezer section is warm or not freezing properly, and there is little or no airflow from the freezer vents.
|
Freezer Evaporator Fan Motor Failure | View Details |
| Er FS |
Error code 'Er FS' is displayed; the freezer temperature reading is inaccurate or missing.
|
Freezer Sensor Error | View Details |
| Er HS |
Error code Er HS is displayed. Ice production may stop and temperature readings may be inaccurate.
|
Humidity Sensor / Ice Room Sensor Failure | View Details |
| Er IF |
The refrigerator displays error code Er IF, the fresh food section is not cooling properly, and fan noise may be intermittent or absent.
|
Ice Room Evaporator Fan Motor Failure | View Details |
| Er IS |
Error code 'Er IS' is displayed; the ice maker may stop working or overfill.
|
Ice Maker Sensor / Ice Level Sensor Error | View Details |
| Er rF |
The refrigerator displays Er rF, the fresh food section is warm, and there is weak or no airflow from the refrigerator vents.
|
Refrigerator Compartment Evaporator Fan Failure | View Details |
| Er RS |
Error code 'Er RS' is displayed; the refrigerator temperature reading is inaccurate or missing.
|
Refrigerator Sensor Error | View Details |
| F dH |
Error code 'FdH' is displayed; the unit may show heavy frost and poor cooling.
|
Defrost Heater Timeout / Heater Not Heating | View Details |
| OP |
Display shows 'OP', indicating a missing or incorrect temperature reading for the refrigerator or freezer.
|
Open Temperature Sensor Circuit | View Details |
| SH |
Display shows 'SH' for a temperature reading, and the unit may overcool or run continuously.
|
Shorted Temperature Sensor Circuit | View Details |
| SY CE |
Error code SY CE is displayed. The refrigerator may not cool and the controls may be unresponsive.
|
Main Control Board to User Interface Communication Error | View Details |
| SY CF |
Error code SY CF displayed, refrigerator may not start cooling or may shut down unexpectedly.
|
Main Control Board Failure / Configuration Error | View Details |
| SY EF |
Error code SY EF is displayed. The refrigerator section is warm, and fan noise may be absent or intermittent.
|
Evaporator Fan Motor Feedback Error | View Details |
| – |
Excessive frost buildup in freezer, items covered in snow-like frost, door difficult to close.
|
Air Infiltration or Defrost System Issue | View Details |
| – |
Freezer cold but refrigerator warm, ice buildup on rear panel of freezer or fresh food section.
|
Evaporator Frosted Over Due to Defrost System Failure | View Details |
| – |
Freezer warm, refrigerator section still somewhat cool, compressor and condenser fan running.
|
Sealed System Refrigerant Loss or Restriction | View Details |
| – |
Ice maker not making ice, but water dispenser works normally.
|
Ice Maker Assembly or Fill Valve Failure | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator cabinet very hot between doors or along side walls.
|
Condenser Overheating or Poor Ventilation | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator cycles on and off rapidly or lights flicker when compressor starts.
|
Power Supply or Control Relay Issue | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator display works but buttons are unresponsive or only some keys work.
|
Failed User Interface / Touchpad | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator emits a strong musty or rotten odor that does not go away after cleaning food spills.
|
Odor from Drain System or Long-Term Contamination | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator interior light stays on when door is closed, causing heat and possible melting near light.
|
Stuck or Failed Door Switch | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator leaking water onto the floor from the front or bottom.
|
Clogged Defrost Drain or Drain Tube | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator makes loud knocking or banging noise when compressor starts or stops.
|
Compressor Mount or Refrigerant Line Vibration | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator makes loud rattling or vibrating noise, especially when the condenser fan runs.
|
Loose Panels or Vibrating Condenser Components | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator making loud buzzing or humming noise from the back, especially when compressor starts.
|
Noisy Compressor or Condenser Fan Motor | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator not cooling at all, both fresh food and freezer sections warm, interior lights work but compressor and fans are off.
|
Main Control Board or Power Supply Failure | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator not cooling properly, compressor very hot to the touch, clicking sound every few minutes.
|
Compressor Overload / Start Device Failure | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator or freezer door not sealing properly, warm air entering, frost buildup around door.
|
Door Gasket Failure or Misalignment | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator randomly beeps or door alarm sounds even when doors appear closed.
|
Door Switch or Door Alignment Problem | View Details |
| – |
Refrigerator runs constantly and is too cold or too warm, temperature does not match setpoint.
|
Temperature Sensing / Thermistor Calibration Issue | View Details |
| – |
Water dispenser not working, but ice maker still makes ice.
|
Frozen Dispenser Water Line or Faulty Dispenser Switch | View Details |
| – |
Water leaking inside refrigerator, puddles under crisper drawers, but no leak on floor.
|
Internal Defrost Drain Overflow | View Details |
| – |
Water tastes bad or has an odor from the dispenser or ice, even after filter replacement.
|
Contaminated Water System or Stale Water | View Details |
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